Some are born heroic. Others just bumble into it. Jay and Leslie of Laughing Matters explore feats of skill and daring as well as feats of dumb luck in this show. Highlights include plenty of juggling, a touch of magic and the adventures of library hero Dewey Decimal. Jay and Leslie studied with the famous mime Marcel Marceau and have performed more than 6,000 times in 35 states and seven foreign countries. Twice nominated for Best of Kansas City Theater Awards, they received the 2010 Lighton Prize for Excellence as Teaching Artists. Families, ages 4 and older.

First Wednesday Book Discussion

Wednesday, August 5 › Noon-1 p.m.

Callaway County Public Library

Bring your lunch and join us for a discussion of "Mrs. Queen Takes the Train," by William Kuhn. The queen decides to take an unscheduled vacation, causing problems for her royal attendants. They must find her and bring her back before her absence becomes a national scandal.

First Wednesday Book Sale

Wednesday, August 5 › Noon-7 p.m.

Columbia Public Library, Friends Room

This month's sale features reference books, textbooks, foreign languages and Missouri Connections. First Wednesday sales offer some of the very best books that have been donated to the Friends. The Friends also conduct sales every Wednesday in the library lobby noon-3 p.m, and every Saturday 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. All proceeds go to support library services.

Library Activities at Summer Food 4 Kids

Wednesday, August 5 › Noon-1 p.m.

Columbia, Indian Hills Park, 5009 Aztec Blvd

The Food Bank serves free lunches to children July 6–August 14. Today, the library will be sharing activities at the Indian Hills Park location. For more information about the program and other locations visit http://sharefoodbringhope.org/summerfood4kids[19].

The Visiting Library

Wednesday, August 5 › 12:30-1:30 p.m.

Fulton, John C. Harris Community Center, 350 Sycamore St.

We're bringing library Summer Reading to Fulton in cooperation with the Fulton Housing Authority. Join us Wednesdays through August 5 for fun activities, reading incentives and more. Families, all ages.

Bookmobile Stop at Holts Summit

Wednesday, August 5 › 1:30-7 p.m.

Holts Summit Plaza

On board, you'll find books, music, DVDs and other services for all ages. You can browse several thousand titles or pick up items you've requested online or over the phone.

Hapless Heroes and Their Funny Feats

Wednesday, August 5 › 2-2:45 p.m.

Callaway County Public Library, Friends Room

Some are born heroic. Others just bumble into it. Jay and Leslie of Laughing Matters explore feats of skill and daring as well as feats of dumb luck in this show. Highlights include plenty of juggling, a touch of magic and the adventures of library hero Dewey Decimal. Jay and Leslie studied with the famous mime Marcel Marceau and have performed more than 6,000 times in 35 states and seven foreign countries. Twice nominated for Best of Kansas City Theater Awards, they received the 2010 Lighton Prize for Excellence as Teaching Artists. Families, ages 4 and older.

Basic Mac Skills

Wednesday, August 5 › 6-8 p.m.

Columbia Public Library, Studio

Learn the basics of the Mac operating system for desktops and laptops, including the essentials for using your MacBook, iMac or Mac Mini, using Apple's software for Internet browsing, email, music, photos, etc., and customizing your computer. There will be time to answer questions. Bringing your Mac laptop is optional. Registration begins Wednesday, July 22.

Mystery/Crime Author Tim O'Mara

Wednesday, August 5 › 6-7 p.m.

Southern Boone County Public Library

We welcome author Tim O'Mara to talk about "Dead Red" the third book in his gritty, street-wise crime series featuring Raymond Donne, a "beautifully flawed Brooklyn hero." This time, the schoolteacher gets drawn into the tangled affairs of an old friend who is a former cop and ex-Marine who served in Iraq. The series has been widely praised for the humanity of the characters and the Brooklyn atmosphere which is said to be "strong enough to bottle."